Apply insect repellent before going into the woods or other areas where you may come in contact with insects. Use insect repellents according to directions, particularly when applying repellent to children.

Apply repellents safely.

Use a lower-concentration repellent on children.

Do not put repellent on small children's hands, since they often put their hands in their mouths.

Wash the insect repellent off with soap and water after returning indoors.